Road Run✓ Verified 2026-06-25
♥ FeaturedMonday Group Run
Mondays, 5:30pm · all paces
Beginner-friendlyNo-dropFree
New here? Start with these.
Just moved to Moscow, or getting back into it after a while? These groups are beginner-friendly and welcoming — no need to be fast, experienced, or know a soul.
MTB⚠ Needs verification
♥ FeaturedMoscow Mountain Group Rides
MAMBA (Moscow Area Mountain Bike Association)
Seasonal group rides & trail days — see Facebook
Moscow Mountain trailheads
Beginner-friendlyFreeSummer
60+ miles of singletrack on Moscow Mountain; volunteer build days too.
Nordic✓ Verified 2026-06-25
♥ FeaturedFree Beginner Ski Lessons
Palouse Divide Nordic Ski Club
Every other Saturday, 10:00am · winter
Palouse Divide Nordic Area, Hwy 6 (NE of Moscow)
Beginner-friendlyFreeWinter
Park N’ Ski pass required at the trailhead.
Road Run✓ Verified 2026-06-25
Track Tuesday
Tuesdays, 6:00pm · workouts
University of Idaho Track, Moscow
Beginner-friendlyNo-dropFree
Trail Run⚠ Needs verification
Moscow Mountain Trail Runs & Races
Seasonal trail races & runs — see calendar
Moscow Mountain & area trailheads
Beginner-friendlyCost variesSummer
Club trail events include Moscow Mountain Madness and the Palouse 100K Relay.
Cycling✓ Verified 2026-06-25
Monday Evening Road Ride
Mondays, 5:45–7:15pm · open to everyone
Beginner-friendlyFreeSummer
Cycling⚠ Needs verification
Latah Trail Ride
Self-guided · paved trail open dawn–dusk year-round
Beginner-friendlyFree
Connects to the Bill Chipman Palouse Trail for a paved Moscow–Pullman ride.
Cycling⚠ Needs verification
Shop Rides & Events
Seasonal shop rides & events — ask in store
Beginner-friendlyCost variesSummer
Hiking⚠ Needs verification
Idler’s Rest & Preserve Hikes
Public preserves open year-round · guided hikes seasonally
Idler’s Rest Nature Preserve, Moscow
Beginner-friendlyNo-dropDog-friendlyFree
Idler’s Rest, Penstemon Path, and Judy’s Trail are open to the public.
Hiking⚠ Needs verification
Outdoor Program Trips
University of Idaho Outdoor Program
Cost-shared hiking, backpacking & climbing trips — see schedule
Beginner-friendlyPaidSummer
Cooperative trips open to the University community; register in person.
Climbing✓ Verified 2026-06-25
Climbing Basics Clinics
University of Idaho Climbing Center
Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri, 6–8pm · academic year
Beginner-friendlyPaid
Pass the Basics Clinic or a belay check to climb on your own.
Birding⚠ Needs verification
Bird Walks on the Palouse
Year-round bird walks & field trips — register online
Rotating Palouse birding spots
Beginner-friendlyNo-dropFree
Local walks with volunteer guides, open to non-members.
Fly Fishing✓ Verified 2026-06-25
Monthly Meeting & Program
2nd Wednesday (Oct–May) · social 5:30, program 7:30
University Best Western, Moscow
Beginner-friendlyFree
Guests welcome at all meetings.
Paddling⚠ Needs verification
Whitewater Club River Trips
Seasonal river trips & instruction — open to all
Area rivers (departs Moscow)
Beginner-friendlyCost variesSummer
Student-founded but open to anyone; aims for a monthly overnight trip.
Paddling⚠ Needs verification
ORC Paddling Trips & Clinics
Kayak & SUP trips and clinics through the season
WSU Outdoor Rec Center, Pullman
Beginner-friendlyPaidSummer
Paddling⚠ Needs verification
Paddlesports Outfitting
Gear up for the water at NRS’s Moscow HQ
Beginner-friendlyCost variesSummer